The retailer will close 12 Saks and three Neiman Marcus stores as it targets luxury shoppers.

Inflation and tariffs temper seasonal sales, shifting momentum to ecommerce.

TJX, Ross Stores, and Burlington are bullish about their 2026 prospects as they gain share with shoppers.

Toy growth turns K-shaped.

Chatbot use is increasing basket sizes and conversion rates.

Tepid stimulus and fragile consumer confidence signal another tough year for retailers.

Costco widens its lead as 6.7% comps and rising memberships show value still wins in a K-shaped market.

Price investments and ecommerce growth aim to defend share in a tight market.

The company is shifting tactics as users prefer to purchase on retail sites rather than in chatbots.

Beating profit and sales forecasts, it trims distractions to cement sustainable growth.

All three expect robust growth this year as increased relevance translates into higher sales.

A restrained Big Arch taste test sparks authenticity backlash and opens the opportunity for competitors to pile on.

High-margin ads, more third-party sellers, and investments in fulfillment and loyalty are set to drive growth in 2026.

Store revamps and experiential tech anchor a broader push beyond upgrades.

Meta’s test underscores a fight to own high-intent discovery and loyalty.

Middle East unrest disrupts retail and travel, imperiling a crucial sales engine.

Beauty, wellness, and grocery investments anchor a push to reverse traffic and sales declines.

Higher gas and delivery costs add fresh volatility to an already fragile retail outlook.

Rival expansions force sharper value plays and upgraded store experiences.

Legal pressure on Prime and pricing could nudge sellers to diversify.